Dean for the Sciences
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Dean for the SciencesPOSITION DETAILSThe Graduate Center, CUNY is the focal point for advanced teaching and research at The City University of New York (CUNY), the nation's largest urban public university. With over 35 doctoral and master's programs of the highest caliber, the Graduate Center fosters pioneering research and scholarship in the arts and sciences and prepares students for careers in universities and the private, nonprofit, and government sectors. The Graduate Center's commitment to research and scholarship for the public good is exemplified by its more than 30 centers, institutes, and initiatives, including its Advanced Science Research Center (ASRC), a 200,000 square-foot facility in upper Manhattan, designed to promote collaboration among scientists in five areas of global research and innovation: nanoscience, photonics, structural biology, neuroscience, and environmental sciences.Reporting to the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean for the Sciences will oversee the implementation of recent recommendations to ensure the long-term success of the doctoral and master's programs in the natural sciences, including revamping recruitment and admissions, increasing stipend levels, curriculum reviews, and strengthening teaching and training in the sciences. They develop long- and short-range plans, and exercise management responsibility for academic program planning, faculty matters, and administration, including staffing, budgets, and facilities. They foster a high-quality environment of academic teaching, research, and intellectual achievement, and create and strengthen partnerships within and outside the College as a strong advocate.The Dean for the Sciences will also be responsible for overseeing the science doctoral programs and the joint doctoral degree programs in the bench sciences and associated 5-year student fellowship packages and the health science programs and will handle other administrative and fiscal matters related to the sciences.QUALIFICATIONSThis position is in CUNY's Executive Compensation Plan. All executive positions require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience. Additional qualifications are defined below by the College. Doctoral degree and a substantial record of research and scholarly achievement qualifying for appointment to the faculty.Broad understanding of and enthusiasm for the highest standards of academic achievement both within disciplines and in innovative combinations of them.Strong problem-solving skills with a proven track record of working collaboratively across disciplines with multiple constituencies in a complex environment.Exceptional interpersonal and diplomatic skills; high level of emotional intelligence with unquestionable ethics and integrity.Demonstrated ability to help manage human and financial resources, including extramural awards.Effective advocate for the academic excellence of students, faculty, alumni, and programs to internal and external entities.Significant and successful academic administrative experience and proven leadership ability, including creation and evaluation of interdisciplinary programs, research programs and structures.Demonstrable talent for dealing creatively, flexibly, and fairly with people and issues. CUNY TITLEDeanCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS$170,000 - $195,000. Salary commensurate with education and experience.CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off.HOW TO APPLYPlease click on Apply Now which will bring you to the registration screen. If you are a new user, you must register to apply. If you already have a user ID, please use your existing ID to apply.Please make sure to upload the following as one document in Word or PDF format: CV, cover letter, and statement on inclusive diversity.CLOSING DATEOpen until filled, with a review of applications to begin on October 15, 2024.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYCUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.Job ID28890LocationGraduate Center#J-18808-Ljbffr